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BA (Honours) Youth Work

The Open University old

Summary

Price
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Study method
Distance learning
Duration
6 years · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

There are few things more important or rewarding than making a positive difference to the lives of young people. This degree will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed for a dynamic career in youth work, and with the fast pace of change in the sector, it’s an exciting time to get involved – whether you plan to work in statutory or voluntary settings. 

Key features of the course

 

  • A professional qualification recognised across the UK and the Republic of Ireland 
  • Designed to support young people’s personal and social development 
  • Ideal if you work with young people in informal settings, or if you have an informal educational role in a formal environment
  • Excellent preparation for further research, study and enquiry.

Description

Course details

This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits (equivalent to one year's full-time university study). Stage 1 provides the underpinning knowledge and skills needed for more advanced study at Stages 2 and 3.

Stage 1 (120 credits)

You’ll explore the origins and scope of youth work; its underpinning values and changing contexts; and the roles and responsibilities of practitioners and policy makers – reflecting on your own practice throughout. Then a work-based module will help you develop practical and analytical skills needed to work directly with young people (individually and in groups).


Compulsory modules (120 credits)
  • Working with young people: an introduction (E108)

    Understand the key principles and ideas which underpin work with young people, and learn to take a reflective stance towards your own and others’ practice.

  • Introduction to working with young people in practice (E118)

    Develop the skills needed to work effective with young people – individually and in groups – and enhance the quality of the relationships you build with them.  

Learning outcomes, teaching and assessment

This qualification develops your learning in four main areas:

  • Knowledge and understanding
  • Cognitive skills
  • Practical and professional skills
  • Key skills

The level and depth of your learning gradually increases as you work through the qualification. You’ll be supported throughout by the OU’s unique style of teaching and assessment – which includes a personal tutor to guide and comment on your work; top quality course texts; e-learning resources like podcasts, interactive media and online materials; tutorial groups and community forums.

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